forgiveness and love

easter is the reason we have hope!
we have been trying to tell the story to isaac and ryder in a way that they can understand, but it's a story i can hardly understand.  Jesus died a horrible death due to no fault of his own.  three days later he rose from the dead and told his disciples(friends) to go out and share God's love with all, including those who tried to end him(are you kidding me?!).  i can't think of a more absurd story.  if that isn't a call to forgiveness and love, i don't know what is.

 may this year be one that we experience the joy of forgiveness and love!

"And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20)

my parents hosted us at their place for a lovely meal, egg hunting and time together.  it was small and quiet and just what we needed this year.

our boys don't really know much about an easter bunny, but they do love a good easter egg hunt.  

the only thing that makes this picture even better is the dog peeing in the background.  we love to keep it exciting.

best picture of the day!